I have postponed sending this letter until now so as to be uninfluenced by post-trip emotions, as it were. But even 9 months on, I still cannot help but praise this expedition. It was a wonderful mixture of guides & people. The grade was enough to focus you on the task in hand, and to get a real feeling & respect for the land. The kindness & generosity displayed by ALL of the WE representatives on the trip all complimented the experience, turning it away from a regular organised expedition and into something more - something that has fed and quickened soul - and for adventure. Thank you.

Ireland

An island in the Atlantic Ocean 80km to the west of Britain across the Irish Sea, Ireland stretches 500km from its northern to southern tips. Full of fascinating myths and legends, Ireland is a land of rich history and culture. With a population of 3.96 million this is a land famous for its welcoming pubs, music and oratory tradition.

The interior is largely made up of flat countryside, raised bogs and gentle rolling hills. Surrounded by rugged hills and low mountains, Ireland is home to a wealth of opportunities for day walkers and serious hikers alike.

Featured Adventures

Walk the best parts of the Wicklow Way to discover a patchwork of landscapes in the greenest part of the Emerald Isle on this superb short walking itinerary from County Dublin to the monastic settlement of Glendalough

The Weather in Ireland

The Atlantic Ocean is a dominant influence on Ireland's climate. The average annual temperature is about 9 °C. Temperatures tend to be somewhat more extreme in the middle and east of the country than in other parts.

July and August are very popular months to visit Ireland, with warm weather, longer days and lots of festivals going on! Equally as delightful are spring and autumn. In winter the temperature intermittently drops below freezing and snow is relatively scarce. However whatever the time of year it tends to rain alot in Ireland. In places such as Kerry it rains on as many as 270 days of the year.